Italian School, 18th Century

Flight to Egypt. Oil on chamfered wood panel, unsigned, depicting the Biblical scene of Mary and Joseph with the infant Jesus fleeing to Egypt after having been warned in a dream of the threats from Herod. Distant view of ancient Egypt in background with a bridge crossing the valley on the path, unframed. Christie's label verso.

Condition: Overall good condition with no serious condition issues, very minor inpainting seen under UV light, some minor surface scratches with flecks of paint loss.